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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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