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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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