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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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