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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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