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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education experiments. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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