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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in digital education technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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