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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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