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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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