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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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