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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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