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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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