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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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