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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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