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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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