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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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