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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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