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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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