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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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