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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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