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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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