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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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