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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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