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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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