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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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