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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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