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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to understand these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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