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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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