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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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