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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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