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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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