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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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