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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in electronic educational technology are enabling students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand these important new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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