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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important 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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