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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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