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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bouvet Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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