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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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