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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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