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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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