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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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