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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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