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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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