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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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