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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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