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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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