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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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