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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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