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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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