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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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