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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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