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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the major 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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