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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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