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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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