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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the 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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