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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines 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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