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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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