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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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