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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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