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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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