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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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