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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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