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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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