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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this crescive demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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