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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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