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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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