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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to understand these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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