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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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