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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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