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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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