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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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