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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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