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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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