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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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