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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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