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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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