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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pakistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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