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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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