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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education