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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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