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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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