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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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