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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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