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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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