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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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