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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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