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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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