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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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