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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better comprehend these open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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