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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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