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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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