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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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