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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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