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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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