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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Haiti to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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