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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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