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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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