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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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