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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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