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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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