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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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