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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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