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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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