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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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