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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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