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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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