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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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