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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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