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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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