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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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