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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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