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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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