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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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