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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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