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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources