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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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