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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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