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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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