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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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