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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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