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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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