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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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