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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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