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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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