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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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