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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in electronic education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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