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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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