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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education have made it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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