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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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