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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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