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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better understand these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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