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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Anguilla to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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