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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key 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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