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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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