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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key 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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