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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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