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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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