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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key 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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