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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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