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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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