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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Andorra to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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