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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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