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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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