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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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