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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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