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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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