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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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