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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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