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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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