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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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