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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended 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 participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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