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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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