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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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