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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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