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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily 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 several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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