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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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