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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. People want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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