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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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