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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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