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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education experiments. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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