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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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