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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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