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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in elearning have empowered humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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