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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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