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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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