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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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