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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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