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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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