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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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