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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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