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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources