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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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