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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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