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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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