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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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