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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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