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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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