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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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