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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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