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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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