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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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