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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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