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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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