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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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