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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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