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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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