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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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