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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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