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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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