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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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