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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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