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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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