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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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