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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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