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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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