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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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