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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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