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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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