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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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