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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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