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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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