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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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