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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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