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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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