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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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