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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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