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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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