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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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