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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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