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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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