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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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