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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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