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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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