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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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