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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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