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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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