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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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