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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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