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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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