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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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