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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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