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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gibraltar to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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