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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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