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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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