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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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