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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 and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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