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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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