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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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