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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online education technology enable students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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