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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better understand these open education ventures. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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