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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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