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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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