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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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