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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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