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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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