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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these promising new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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