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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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