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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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