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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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