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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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