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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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