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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies 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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