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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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