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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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