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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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