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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Nagorno-Karabakh to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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