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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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