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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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