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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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