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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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