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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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