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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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