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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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