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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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