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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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