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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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