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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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