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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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