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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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