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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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