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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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