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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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