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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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