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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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