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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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