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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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