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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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