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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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