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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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