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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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