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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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