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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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