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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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