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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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