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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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