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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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