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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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