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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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