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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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