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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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