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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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