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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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