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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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