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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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