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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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