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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the 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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