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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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