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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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