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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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