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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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