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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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