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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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