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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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