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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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