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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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