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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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