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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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