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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers 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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