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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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