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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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