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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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