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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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