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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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