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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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