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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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