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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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