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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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