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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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