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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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