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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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