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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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