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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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