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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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