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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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