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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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