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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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