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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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