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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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