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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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