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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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