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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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