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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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