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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning enable students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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