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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education experiments. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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