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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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