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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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