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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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