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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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