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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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