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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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