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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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