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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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