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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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