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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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