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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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