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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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