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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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