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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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