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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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