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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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