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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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