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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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