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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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