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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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