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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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