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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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