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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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