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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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