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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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