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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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