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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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