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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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