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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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