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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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