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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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