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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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