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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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