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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge 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 key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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