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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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