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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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