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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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