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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in blended learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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