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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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