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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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