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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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