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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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