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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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