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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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