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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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