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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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