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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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