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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology enable people all around the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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