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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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