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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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