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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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