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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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