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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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