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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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