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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the most important 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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