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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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