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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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