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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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