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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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