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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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