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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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