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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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