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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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