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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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