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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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