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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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