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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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