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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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