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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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