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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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