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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the key 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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