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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belarus to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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