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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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