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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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