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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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