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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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