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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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