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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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