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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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