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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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