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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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