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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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