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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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