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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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