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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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