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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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