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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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