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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in online education enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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