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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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