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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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