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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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