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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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