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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free 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 numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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