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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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