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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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