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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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