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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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