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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this crescive need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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