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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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