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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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