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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online education have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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