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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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