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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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