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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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