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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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