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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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