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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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