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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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