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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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