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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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