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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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