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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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