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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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