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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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