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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning have enabled people all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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