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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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