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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education enable students all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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