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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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