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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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