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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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