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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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