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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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