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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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