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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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