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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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