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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning are enabling students all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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