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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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