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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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