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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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