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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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