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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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