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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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