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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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