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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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