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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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