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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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