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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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