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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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