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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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