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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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