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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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