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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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