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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Equatorial Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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