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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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