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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education 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 organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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