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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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