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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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