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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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