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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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