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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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