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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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