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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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