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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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