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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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