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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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