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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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