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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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