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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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