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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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