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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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