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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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