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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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