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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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