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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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