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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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