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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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