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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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