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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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