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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all over the world to take courses online. 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. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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