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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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