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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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