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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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