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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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