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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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