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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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