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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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