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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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