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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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