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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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