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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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