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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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