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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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