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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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