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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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