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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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