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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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