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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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