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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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