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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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