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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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